We take a look at four players who shone during the Gallagher Premiership semi-finals despite being snubbed by Eddie Jones in recent times.
In the first game of the day, Saracens overcame a nine-point deficit and survived three second-half yellow cards to beat champions Harlequins 34-17 at the Stone X Stadium.
Later on, George Ford inspired Leicester to a 27-14 victory against Northampton in his final home game at Mattioli Woods Welford Road to send Tigers to the Premiership final against Saracens.
#1. Ben Earl (Saracens)
The back-rower scored a hat-trick as Saracens overcame a nine-point deficit and survived three second-half yellow cards to beat champions Harlequins 34-17 in the first Premiership semi-final. He’s the real deal.